Pineapple-Coconut Cake

Pineapple sings out a sweet-sharp summery note when included in the rich confection that is coconut cake. Making the simple filling is quick work, and you can compose the cake using any layers and frosting that you like best. This version combines a simple yellow layer cake and an ethereal, meringuelike icing topped with a blizzard of coconut. Try it with Everyday Confectioners’ Sugar Frosting, replacing the milk with spoonfuls of pineapple juice; o